1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 760 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
